December weather forecast
Houston, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Houston, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and max 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C). During December, the average low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Houston, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Houston, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.7 days and collects up to 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 10.79" (274mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Houston, is 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Houston, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Houston, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Houston, in December, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Houston have in December?

In Houston, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Houston, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Houston have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Houston?

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Houston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Houston, MN

Average temperature in December - Houston, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Houston, MN

Average pressure in December - Houston, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Houston, MN

Average wind speed in December - Houston, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Houston, MN

Average humidity in December - Houston, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Houston, MN

Average rainfall in December - Houston, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Houston, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Houston, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Houston, MN

Average snowfall in December - Houston, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Houston, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Houston, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Houston, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Houston, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Houston, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Houston, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Houston, MN

Average UV index in December - Houston, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Houston, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Houston, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Houston, MN

Average visibility in December - Houston, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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